DoorDash tie-up turns retailer’s footprint into e-commerce network Dollar Tree plans to open about 400 new stores this year while closing 75 locations. (CoStar) By Linda Moss CoStar News May 28, 2026 | 3:23 P.M. Dollar Tree is the latest retailer to repurpose its store fleet as a delivery network, partnering with DoorDash to turn more […]
Cogent sells 10 US data centers to global infrastructure investor
I Squared Capital launches $1 billion US data center operating platform By Candace Carlisle CoStar News May 26, 2026 | 6:55 P.M. A newly formed entity tied to Miami-based I Squared Capital has acquired 10 data centers throughout the United States in a $225 million deal that will form the initial assets in what is […]
Restaurant chains try to support franchisees as costs soar, sales slow
Smaller regional operators are more vulnerable to financial struggles Applebee’s owner Dine Brands Global is among operators seeking to take back or transfer locations of struggling franchisees. (CoStar) By Lou Hirsh CoStar News May 26, 2026 | 2:27 P.M. Major restaurant chains are taking steps to ensure the long-term viability of regional franchise networks that often […]